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J.C. Blair Dietitians offer Healthy Lunch n' Learn Program
As trends continue to indicate Americans are interested in improving their diets and leading more healthful lifestyles, the American Dietetic Association reminds everyone that an easy way to focus on eating better is to \"Eat Right with Color,\" which is this year\'s theme of National Nutrition Month®. Each March, ADA focuses attention on returning to the basics of healthy eating. This year\'s National Nutrition Month theme encourages consumers to remember to include a colorful variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins and dairy on their plates every day.
In recognition of National Nutrition Month, J.C. Blair’s Registered Dietitians are hosting several events to focus attention on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits.
The community is invited to a lunch n’ learn program on Monday, March 28 at 12 noon in the J.C. Blair Education Center. Participants will enjoy a delicious and healthy lunch while talking to J.C. Blair’s registered dietitians about healthy food choices. Cost for lunch and program is $5. Reservations are requested by March 23 by calling the J.C. Blair Community Relations Office at (814) 643-8833.
Got a food and nutrition question? Ask the Dietitian! J.C. Blair Registered Dietitians will be available to answer questions on Tuesday, March 22 and Tuesday March 29 from 11 am until 1 pm outside of the J.C. Blair Cafeteria.
For those unable to attend either of these events, or those with more individualized questions, Nutrition Counseling is available at J.C. Blair. J.C. Blair’s dietitians do an in-depth evaluation of each client’s nutritional needs, addressing such issues as:
● Weight Management
● Diabetes & Gestational Diabetes
● Cardiovascular Disorders (cholesterol, high blood pressure)
● Allergies & Dietary Restrictions
Sessions will result in a personalized plan that will include the following based on individual needs:
● Menu Planning
● Grocery Shopping & Food Preparation Tips
● Eating Out & Snacking Tips
Nutrition Counseling sessions may be covered by insurance. For more information or to make an appointment, please call J.C. Blair’s Registered Dietitians: Katy (Bernard) Petrosky, MS, RD, LDN, or April Reinard, RD, LDN, at (814) 643-7054.